Emerging Lives Initiative

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Emerging Lives Initiative

We are a federally registered Charitable organization by the CRA.

Our mission is to mentor youth and young adults(YAYA), to become competent leaders that will leverage technology for sustainable economic development.

09/30/2026

Today, we honour the Survivors, remember the children who never came home, and stand with their families and communities.

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, may we continue to listen, learn and take meaningful action toward reconciliation.

09/25/2026

BMT 2.0 is happening TOMORROW!!

Join us for an exciting afternoon of entrepreneurship, technology, skilled trades, youth business showcases and pitches!

Date:Tomorrow, Sept. 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue: North Gloucester Library, 2036 Ogilvie Rd.

Have a business or big idea? Come and pitch for a chance to win $500, $300 or $150 in seed funding!

Come ready to learn, connect and be inspired! See you there!

We are grateful to our food sponsors and

09/24/2026

Hi there,
Meet Memwoiel, one of our BMT 1.0 participants who went on to gain hands-on experience with Build ’n’ Consult.
This is what BMT is about-exposure, practical skills and pathways to opportunity.

Seed funding to the tune of $950 up for grabs. Do you have an idea or a business to pitch? Make it a date with us on Saturday.
Now we are getting ready for BMT 2.0 this Saturday!
Date: Sept. 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue: North Gloucester Library

09/16/2026

Meet our BMT Trailblazer- Michael Ehiginwa!

Michael is a certified Business Analyst and Project Management Professional (PMP, CBAP, ITIL) and Business Consultant. He is the creator of The New Immigrant’s Blueprint, author of Smart Shopping Hacks, and brings hands-on experience in digital marketing and brand building.

At Business Meets Tech (BMT) 2.0, Michael will share practical insights to help young people turn the skills and ideas they already have into income and opportunity.

Date:Sept. 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue:North Gloucester Library, Ottawa

A huge thank you to our food sponsor

Come learn. Ask questions. Get inspired.
Register here: https://forms.gle/zoiGpni9QHCWFRtG6

SkillsToIncome

09/15/2026

Your skill could be more than a hobby. Your idea could be more than an idea.

Join us at Business Meets Tech (BMT)® for a practical day of Skills | Innovation | Opportunity.

Already have a business, side hustle or idea? Showcase it. Pitch it. You could walk away with seed funding.

Seed funding- $500 | $300 | $150
Date: Sept. 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue:North Gloucester Library

Register here:https://forms.gle/zoiGpni9QHCWFRtG6

Tag or share this with someone who needs this opportunity.

SkilledTrades EmergingLivesInitiative

09/09/2026

Business Meets Tech (BMT)® is back!

Got a skill, business idea or passion you want to turn into opportunity? Come learn, connect and see what’s possible.

Skills | Innovation | Opportunity

Date: September 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue:North Gloucester Library

Register today here: https://forms.gle/zoiGpni9QHCWFRtG6

09/01/2026

Have you got a skill, business or big idea? Let’s turn it into income!

Join us for Business Meets Tech (BMT) 2.0 – From Skills to Income and explore entrepreneurship, technology and skilled trades.

Already building something? Showcase your business and pitch for seed funding!

Money for three winners: $500 | $300 | $150 up for grabs!

Date:September 26 | 11 AM–2 PM
Venue:North Gloucester Library

FREE registration here: https://forms.gle/zoiGpni9QHCWFRtG6

08/27/2026

Just 1 DAY TO GO until CHESS 3.0!

Got an idea? A voice? Something you’d love to change in your community?

Come explore Your Idea. Your Voice. Your Impact. An interactive CHESS 3.0 session where we’ll talk about turning ideas into opportunities, navigating the online world safely, and using your voice to make a difference.

Date: Friday, August 28
Time:11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue:22 O’Meara Street, Ottawa

Don’t just think about your next move ,come make it!

Do you have a friend or family member who hasn't registered? Here's the link: https://emerginglivesinitiative.org/CHESS-Registration/

See you tomorrow!

Thank you to for supporting us .

Emerging Lives Initiative (ELI)
Beyond the Board. Building Leaders Through Chess.

08/25/2026

You don’t need to have your whole future figured out , just your next move.

Join Dr. Adeola Shobo at CHESS 3.0 for an engaging conversation on career, leadership and making choices that move you forward , followed by some real moves on the chessboard!

-Think ahead. Make your move.

Not registered yet, do so here: https://emerginglivesinitiative.org/CHESS-Registration/

08/24/2026

When life changes the game, how do you make your next move?

Join Sindi Umeobika, MSW, RSW at CHESS 3.0 for an interactive conversation on building mental resilience ,navigating challenges, adapting to change, and finding the strength to keep moving forward.

Your next move matters.

Date:Friday, August 28
Time:11 AM – 2 PM
Venue: 22 O'Meara Street

Register here : https://emerginglivesinitiative.org/CHESS-Registration/

Address

1957 Jasmine Crescent
Ottawa, ON
K1J7Z4

Telephone

+16136148303

Website

https://www.emerginglivesinitiative.org/

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Humanics Institute
3468 Old Montreal Road (Cumberland)

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